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and I think what makes me feel old are experiences like this.
Otherwise, I don't feel like my age is a big determinant of who I am.
You sound like you are ok with the treatment, which is your right to be. Me - I don't take it so lightly.
People ought to treat old folks like individuals - yes, some need help, and they should get it, but don't assume that everybody with gray (or white)hair is incapable...
When I was visiting my 84-yr old friend in the hospital, a physical therapy person walked in, and started talking to ME, referring to my friend in the 3rd person.
I was outraged.
True, it might turn out to be the case in some instances, but not in this, and certainly one should not assume this.
--I guess I am more touchy than the OP. 
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